Apprentice Engineer

Museum of Fine Arts, Houston; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston (MFAH) is seeking a Maintenance Associate to support the museum's physical plant. Responsibilities include assisting Stationary Engineers with HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and related equipment, and maintaining vehicles and grounds for MFAH properties.

Candidates should have the ability to read logs, complete work orders, and respond to emergencies. A high school diploma is required plus maintenance experience preferred; a Texas driver license is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Maintenance experience with boilers, chillers, electrical, plumbing, or mechanical equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists Stationary Engineers with HVAC and maintaining museum plant equipment.
• Maintains museum vehicles, grounds, and other projects.
• Reviews daily equipment logs for accuracy.
• Completes assigned work orders timely.
• Escorts E&F contractors to work sites and supervises work.

Skills

A/C knowledge

HVAC systems

Reading logs

Manual dexterity

Strong communication

Willing to rotate shifts

Texas driver license

Education

High school diploma

Job description

The Museum Visitors Center
5600 Fannin St
Houston, TX 77004, USA

Description

Responsibilities:

• Assists Stationary Engineers in providing adequate HVAC (heating, cooling, electrical, plumbing) and maintaining equipment for the museum physical plant and other properties
• Maintains museum vehicles, grounds, and other special projects
• Reviews daily equipment logs for accuracy
• Completes assigned work orders in a timely fashion
• Escorts E&F contractors to work sites on MFAH properties and supervise work
• Works on installation and de-installation of exhibitions with Curatorial, Preparations, Lighting, and Electrical
• Installs and de-installs banners for exhibitions
• Sets up and breaks down tables, chairs, and other equipment for events
• Assists in the installation and de-installation of the Retail shop for rotating exhibitions
• Operates various aerial lifts (20ft to 85ft) and fork lifts to complete tasks
• Drives cargo van, box truck, and pickup truck to and from work sites
• As part of the essential staff- protects museum properties during natural disasters (hurricanes, floods, ice storms, etc.)
• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

• Basic knowledge of A/C, heating, boilers, chillers, air handling units, electrical, plumbing, and auxiliary equipment
• Willing to work rotating shifts, weekends, and overtime
• Willing and able to respond to emergency calls when off duty
• Able to lift 75 pounds, work bending and stooping, and climb a ladder
• Must have a valid Texas driver license and good driving record
• Able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous maintenance experience, which includes work with boilers, chillers, electrical, plumbing, or other mechanical equipment preferred

Equal Opportunities for All

At the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston we believe that diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusivity are fundamental to our organization. We welcome all candidates whose experience has prepared them to contribute to our organization and to our pledge for workplace diversity, inclusion, and excellence.

Our commitment to our policy and practice of nondiscrimination represents more than good intentions. It provides for employment decisions that are made without regard to race, creed, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as established by law or any other reason unrelated to your ability to join and contribute to our organization and support our mission to provide a museum experience for all.

The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston is equally committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals interested in employment with the organization. As part of this commitment, we want to ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation needed to 1) participate in the job application or 2) interview process; 3) perform essential job functions; and/or 4) participate in the benefits and privileges of employment with the MFAH. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the human resources department:[e-mail]

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